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 Hatha 
        Yoga: The Yoga of the Physical Body. Shavasana: 
      The Relaxation Posture.
 
 
 
 Instructions. 
         
          Lie flat on the 
            back with the arms beside and in line with the body, palms facing 
            upward. 
          Move the feet 
            slightly apart to a comfortable position and close the eyes. 
          Relax the whole 
            body. 
          Do not move any 
            part even if discomfort occurs. 
          Let the breath 
            become rhythmic and natural. 
          Become aware 
            of the inhalation and exhalation. 
          Count the number 
            of respirations: 1 in, 1 out. 2 in, 2 out, etc,. 
          Continue to count 
            for a few minutes. 
          If the mind starts 
            to wander bring it back to the counting. 
          If you can keep 
            the mind on the breath for a few minutes, the mind and body will relax.   
 Duration.   
 Concentration.   
 Benefits. 
         
          Relaxes the whole 
            psychophysiological system. 
          Ideally practised 
            before sleep, before or during asana practice, and particularly after 
            dynamic exercise such as surya namaskara.   
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